flowers

ACACIA

Meaning

Concealed love, sensitivity

Availability and Vase Life

December through March 4-5 Days

Design Uses

These small, ball-shaped flowers are fragrant and fluffy, and are effective as a filler in a design. 

Whole branches worked into large designs lend color and scent to a room.

ACHILLEA

Origins Achillea, commonly known as yarrow, is named for the mythological Greek god Achilles, who is said to have used some of this plant's more than 100 species for medicinal purposes. Today, yarrow's blooms populate garden walks and floral designs alike, while herbalists continue to use the plant for its fever-reducing, skin-cleansing and wound-healing properties.

Availability and Vase Life

February through September. 4-7 days. Design Uses An interesting addition to mixed summer arrangements. Yarrow dries easily and is long lasting for use in dried designs. ACONITUM    ( Monkshood,,African Boxwood,Myrsine,Wolfsbane )

 Meaning

Chivalry, beware, a deadly foe is near

Origins Cool-toned, blue-colored hooded flowers borne on erect spikes reaching up to 4 feet tall are the hallmarks of monkshood, formally known as Aconitum napellus. A member of the Ranunculaceae family, monkshood is a cousin of the delphinium, a familiar garden flower. Monkshood is sometimes referred to as wolfsbane.

Availability and Vase Life April through October. 5-10 days.

Design Uses A strong line flower that works well in vertical arrangements. AGAPANTHUS   ( African Lily,Lily of the Nile )